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Canna X generalis (assorted varieties)

Canna, Canna Lily

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

These lilies will grow anywhere from about 2'-5' tall and have large dark green or bronzy green leaves that look like banana leaves. Exotic looking flowers in purple, red or lavender bloom in summer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooming. Canna Lily prefers full sun and a medium amount of watering, more in hot summer areas. It tolerates coastal conditions and wet areas.

 

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

Flower Color

Lavender, Purple, Red, Violet

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Bronze, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Moist

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Tropical, Water Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Indoor, Patio, Swimming Pool, Walkways

Special Uses

Container, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.